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GMA-7 adds another gem to its treasure chest of fantasy
drama series with Adarna.

The newest
primetime soap narrates the tale of the young Ada, who unbeknownst to her, is the destined savior-healer of the alternate
universe called Pugad Sanghaya.

Ada (played by the lovely Kylie Padilla) is deceptively
homely and hunchback, which often gets her harsh treatment from a world
prejudiced against the ugly. In spite of this, Ada is able to radiate her good
heart and heal those around her with her gift.

The young woman becomes the object of
affection of three men: Migo (Geoff Eigenmann), a celebrity jock; Bok (Benjamin
Alves), a street-smart "kanto boy;" and Falco (Mikael Daez), a winged healer
like Ada, who is sent to train her for her true calling.

Adarna is 20-year-old
Kylie Padilla's fourth soap opera with the Kapuso network. It is her first
time to topbill a primetime teleserye, which she admits can be a load of pressure
on her. The daughter of action star Robin Padilla is, nonetheless, gamely up to
the challenge.

Photography: Noel Orsal

Adarna is 20-year-old
Kylie Padilla's fourth soap opera with the Kapuso network. It is her first
time to topbill a primetime teleserye, which she admits can be a load of pressure
on her. The daughter of action star Robin Padilla is, nonetheless, gamely up to
the challenge.

Photography: Noel Orsal

Geoff
Eigenmann returns to GMA-7's primetime block after months of bettering himself
through martial arts and a healthy diet. The actor has managed to shed 40 pounds from his figure.
Looking
slimmer and even more debonair, the son of
Michael De Mesa and Gina Alajar
takes on one of the leading man roles in Adarna. The 28-year-old actor portrays Migo, a popular basketball player who
is healed by Ada (Kylie Padilla) after getting hurt in a car accident.
Photography: Noel Orsal

After
starring in the afternoon teleserye Sana
Ay Ikaw Na Nga, Mikael Daez ventures into his first fantasy series via Adarna.
In an interview with PEP.ph
(Philippine Entertainment Portal), the 25-year-old actor raved
about the "awesome" costumes in Adarna.
Mikael plays Falco, the winged warrior of Pugad Sanghaya, who is sent on a
mission to tell Ada about her destined quest.
To date, Mikael is also host of the food
and travel segment Midnight Snack.
Photography: Noel Orsal

Benjamin
Alves's unexpected performance in the Cinemalaya-winning Sana Dati validates his niche in showbiz.
The actor, who was
previously seen in the GMA-7 soaps Coffee
Prince and Unforgettable, says he
just gives his best in every project that is handed to him without thinking of
the award he could get out of it. He plays the devious street rat Bok
in Adarna.
Photography: Noel Orsal

Still stunning in her mid-40s, Jean Garcia portrays
Larka, the biological mother of the prophesized savior Ada (Kylie Padilla) in Adarna.
Under trying cirumstances, a
pregnant Larka escapes Pugad Sanghaya and gives birth in the world of mortals.
She raises Ada while concealing their true identity. In fear of being
tracked by the evil Garuda (Michelle Madrigal), Larka leaves her daughter under the care of her mortal suitor Simon (Jestoni Alarcon).

Photography: Noel Orsal

Actor
Jestoni Alarcon portrays the character of Simon in Adarna. The good-natured Simon, who undertakes the role of Ada's (Kylie
Padilla) guardian in the mortal world, is oblivious that his wife Jinky
(Laureen Larrazabal) maltreats Ada.
Photography: Noel Orsal

FHM cover girl
Ryza Cenon plays the best friend to Kylie Padilla's character in Adarna. The StarStruck alumna portrays the optimistic and good-hearted Mikay,
who is Ada's trusted friend.

Photography: Noel Orsal

The
charming Saab Magalona takes on another mean girl character as she portrays
Robin, the girlfriend and manager of celebrity basketball player Migo
(Geoff Eigenmann). When
Migo crosses paths with Ada (Kylie Padilla) and falls in love with her, Robin
will do her best to protect her relationship with Migo.
Photography: Noel Orsal

Who will Ada end up with among the three guys in her life? This photo shows Kylie Padilla with her three leading men (L-R) Benjamin Alves, Geoff Eigenmann, and Mikael Daez.
Photography: Noel Orsal

Guess
who came out to show his support for Kylie at the press launch of Adarna last Wednesday, November 13?
Robin Padilla, the actress's action star father, surprised Kylie with his
sudden presence at the event.
Photography: Noel Orsal

Adarna is 20-year-old
Kylie Padilla's fourth soap opera with the Kapuso network. It is her first
time to topbill a primetime teleserye, which she admits can be a load of pressure
on her. The daughter of action star Robin Padilla is, nonetheless, gamely up to
the challenge.

Photography: Noel Orsal

Geoff
Eigenmann returns to GMA-7's primetime block after months of bettering himself
through martial arts and a healthy diet. The actor has managed to shed 40 pounds from his figure.
Looking
slimmer and even more debonair, the son of
Michael De Mesa and Gina Alajar
takes on one of the leading man roles in Adarna. The 28-year-old actor portrays Migo, a popular basketball player who
is healed by Ada (Kylie Padilla) after getting hurt in a car accident.

Photography: Noel Orsal

After
starring in the afternoon teleserye Sana
Ay Ikaw Na Nga, Mikael Daez ventures into his first fantasy series via Adarna.
In an interview with PEP.ph
(Philippine Entertainment Portal), the 25-year-old actor raved
about the "awesome" costumes in Adarna.
Mikael plays Falco, the winged warrior of Pugad Sanghaya, who is sent on a
mission to tell Ada about her destined quest.
To date, Mikael is also host of the food
and travel segment Midnight Snack.

Photography: Noel Orsal

Benjamin
Alves's unexpected performance in the Cinemalaya-winning Sana Dati validates his niche in showbiz.
The actor, who was
previously seen in the GMA-7 soaps Coffee
Prince and Unforgettable, says he
just gives his best in every project that is handed to him without thinking of
the award he could get out of it. He plays the devious street rat Bok
in Adarna.

Photography: Noel Orsal

Still stunning in her mid-40s, Jean Garcia portrays
Larka, the biological mother of the prophesized savior Ada (Kylie Padilla) in Adarna.
Under trying cirumstances, a
pregnant Larka escapes Pugad Sanghaya and gives birth in the world of mortals.
She raises Ada while concealing their true identity. In fear of being
tracked by the evil Garuda (Michelle Madrigal), Larka leaves her daughter under the care of her mortal suitor Simon (Jestoni Alarcon).

Photography: Noel Orsal

Actor
Jestoni Alarcon portrays the character of Simon in Adarna. The good-natured Simon, who undertakes the role of Ada's (Kylie
Padilla) guardian in the mortal world, is oblivious that his wife Jinky
(Laureen Larrazabal) maltreats Ada.

Photography: Noel Orsal

FHM cover girl
Ryza Cenon plays the best friend to Kylie Padilla's character in Adarna. The StarStruck alumna portrays the optimistic and good-hearted Mikay,
who is Ada's trusted friend.

Photography: Noel Orsal

The
charming Saab Magalona takes on another mean girl character as she portrays
Robin, the girlfriend and manager of celebrity basketball player Migo
(Geoff Eigenmann). When
Migo crosses paths with Ada (Kylie Padilla) and falls in love with her, Robin
will do her best to protect her relationship with Migo.

Photography: Noel Orsal

Who will Ada end up with among the three guys in her life? This photo shows Kylie Padilla with her three leading men (L-R) Benjamin Alves, Geoff Eigenmann, and Mikael Daez.

Guess
who came out to show his support for Kylie at the press launch of Adarna last Wednesday, November 13?
Robin Padilla, the actress's action star father, surprised Kylie with his
sudden presence at the event.